Forest Akers East Michigan
Forest Akers East is a par-72 public course in Michigan, playing 6,432 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 70.5 and slope of 127.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,432 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.5 / 127 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.7081, -84.4879 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,432 | 5,881 | 72 | 70.5 | 127 |
| Green | 6,153 | 5,626 | 72 | 69.4 | 124 |
| White | 5,588 | 5,110 | 72 | 66.3 | 112 |
| FOSSUM | 5,052 | 4,620 | 72 | 64 | 105 |
| Gold | 4,655 | 4,257 | 72 | 62.6 | 103 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 70.5/127 | 354 | 378 | 512 | 152 | 402 | 551 | 357 | 174 | 365 | 3245 | 297 | 205 | 528 | 200 | 398 | 487 | 521 | 360 | 191 | 3187 | 6432 |
| Green 69.4/124 | 334 | 363 | 494 | 141 | 389 | 540 | 337 | 164 | 356 | 3118 | 277 | 183 | 512 | 190 | 382 | 473 | 507 | 349 | 162 | 3035 | 6153 |
| White 66.3/112 | 319 | 329 | 486 | 129 | 332 | 424 | 317 | 154 | 347 | 2837 | 258 | 174 | 459 | 184 | 329 | 433 | 424 | 338 | 152 | 2751 | 5588 |
| FOSSUM 64/105 | 319 | 264 | 374 | 129 | 332 | 424 | 283 | 112 | 347 | 2584 | 258 | 115 | 416 | 133 | 329 | 433 | 424 | 252 | 108 | 2468 | 5052 |
| Gold 62.6/103 | 254 | 264 | 374 | 119 | 322 | 414 | 283 | 112 | 302 | 2444 | 192 | 115 | 416 | 133 | 292 | 287 | 416 | 252 | 108 | 2211 | 4655 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Black (6,432 yards, 70.5/127)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 5, 551 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,588 yards, 66.3/112)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Gold (4,655 yards, 62.6/103)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (119 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 551 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 205 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 152 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 521 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Forest Akers East?
Forest Akers East has a course rating of 70.5 and slope of 127 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 62.6 with a slope of 103.
How long is Forest Akers East?
From the back tees, Forest Akers East plays 6,432 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Forest Akers East?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 551-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Forest Akers East?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,432 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (4,655 yards).
Is Forest Akers East public or private?
Forest Akers East is a public golf course in Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Forest Akers East?
Nearby courses include College Fields Golf Club (Okemos), Indian Hills Golf Course, Indian Hills Golf Course, Walnut Hills Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Forest Akers East?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Forest Akers East with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Forest Akers East have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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